Many scientists consider humans as the most invasive species, as humans can greatly change an environment and impact living things that reside there. Attention in the media has been focused on negative consequences due to human interaction (i.e. deforestation).
However around the world people are taking steps to sustain the biodiversity of our ecosystems. Research and present a specific situation in the world (i.e. organizations, initiatives, projects, etc.) where human intervention is being used to positively affect the biodiversity of our ecosystems.
There are many organizations in the world that devote themselves to the preservation of our ecosystem. The world has gone through many changes in its years and many of these changes have not been for the better. Today, people are trying to conserve what we have left and if possible, make it better for the generation tomorrow. A simple example of this would be our very own Mary Ward Club: Green Quest. This club focuses on helping the environment as well as keeping things green.
Another example of an organization would be the National Wildlife Federation. As humans we are part of the food chain naturally being on top. However, over the years, the human environment has proved to be a great obstacle for all wildlife. Pollution in the waters kill harmless wildlife, tall skyscrapers cause confusion for birds, causing them to fly right into them. This organization is meant to protect various species of wildlife that may be endangered or hugely affected by our environment. They organize fundraisers where people can donate to help out their cause.The recent oil spill has most definitely taken the lives of much underwater wildlife and may still be on its way to spreading even further. The NWF is currently raising awareness regarding the issue as well as going to the actual site, volunteers pouring in to help minimize the impact the spill had. They spread out to search for any stray animals that may be lost in the oil spill or are flying/swimming right into it. They have rehab centers in which the animals that have been found can recover from the effects of the oil spill as well as get cleaned up.
They partner with other organizations in order to increase their efforts in finding lost animals and restoring them back to full health. All in all, they are fighting human intervention with human intervention. This makes out to have a very positive effect, not only in the area of the oil spill, but in general. It sets an example for the rest of the world that we can make a good difference in the world and help it to take a step into a new, clean world.
Sources: National Wildlife Federation (Information)
National Wildlife Federation (Pelican picture)
Blog Comments: Anker Gonsalves & Vilma Lopez
